BIOL 2 - Environmental Science

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    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    Advisory: ENGL C1000; ENGL C1000H; One high school biology or chemistry class.
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This introductory course examines the earth as an ecosystem composed of biological, chemical, and physical processes, with an emphasis on human impacts. Topics will include the structure and function of ecological systems, air and water pollution, pesticide use, waste disposal, climate change, natural resource use, and environment laws. Students will gain an understanding of how humans influence natural environments while focusing on sustainable practices. Basic chemical, physical, and geological processes will be introduced to better explain these topics throughout the course. Class field trips will be taken.